TEDxSIS Pune Youth

Speakers

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• Anjali Damani

  I’m Anjali Damani — a wedding choreographer who believes that dance is not just about steps, but about stories. Trained in Bharatanatyam, Jazz, and Hip-Hop, my journey has been a blend of tradition, rhythm, and evolution. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of choreographing more than 150 weddings — each one unique, emotional, and full of life. But beyond the performances, what truly drives me is helping people express themselves — sometimes for the very first time — through movement. Because when someone who’s never danced before takes that step, smiles through the nerves, and owns the stage… that’s magic.

• Kiyan Kapur

  Kiyan Kapur, as the outgoing Head Boy of Symbiosis International School, will be studying Biology and Entrepreneurship at Tufts University in the fall of ‘26. He has led several student-driven wellness and mental health initiatives, most notably founding the ‘Wellness Council’, and has built a community of over 14,000 through his YouTube platform, ‘Wellness Whispers’. He has won the CREST Gold Award for a scientific research paper, received Academic Distinction at the Immerse Global Essay Competition, amongst others. A black belt in karate and an athlete across multiple disciplines, Kiyan is deeply interested in the intersection of healthcare, business, and ethics, and is driven by a commitment to creating meaningful, accessible change in youth well-being

• Nikita Metha

  Nikita, wildlife veterinarian with extensive hands-on experience at a 24-hour wildlife transit treatment centre, managing rescues, emergency care, rehabilitation, and successful release of urban, semi-urban, and rural wildlife. Skilled in chemical immobilization and frontline management of human-wildlife conflict cases, including leopard attacks, monkey conflicts, and accident trauma. Passionate about orphan care, reptile medicine, and solving human-animal conflict challenges with a focus on both animal welfare and community support. Deeply committed to the One Health approach, with a strong interest in zoonotic disease management and advancing wildlife and human health through integrated, solution-driven care.

• Shlok Ranka

  I am a 7th-generation jeweler, but I’ve always believed that legacy is a living thing. While many of my peers headed abroad after Grade 12, I chose to stay rooted—joining our family business immediately while balancing a B.Com at Symbiosis with four specialized industry diplomas. This journey eventually took me to Milan for a Masters at Istituto Marangoni. Today, as a Partner at Ranka Jewellers, my generation is focused on bridging a hundred-year-old legacy with 21st-century technology, design, and innovation. For me, carrying the school’s imprint forward means blending the global perspective I gained in Milan with a deep-rooted commitment to our local community—proving that to move forward, you must first know where you come from.

• Suhana Stephen

  Suhana Stephen is a DP2 student at Symbiosis International School Pune. She will continue at Symbiosis School of Liberal Arts to pursue a B.A in Liberal Arts. Her main interests are English and Economics. She is also passionate about leadership and has been a part of the student council for 2 years as Prefect and Head Girl.

• Vivaan Arya

  Vivaan Arya is a Grade 12 student at Symbiosis International School, Pune, and an incoming Computer Science major at the University of Michigan. Driven by a curiosity to solve real-world problems through technology, he has built applications for healthcare clinics and businesses while exploring cryptography through independent research. A student leader and founder of his school’s computer science club, he works to make technology and digital safety more accessible to others. As Trinity College London Grade 8 distinction holder in acting, Vivaan brings together technical thinking, communication, and leadership in all his work.